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25 Best Computer Science & IT Programs in the Netherlands

There are 25 Computer Science & IT programs in the Netherlands, spread across 14 universities; the most common length is 4 years. Courses from Delft University of Technology, Eindhoven University of Technology and Hogeschool van Amsterdam come first, because those universities rank highest.

1Program
CH Christelijke Hogeschool Windesheim logo
Netherlands

Ad Software Development

Christelijke Hogeschool Windesheim — The Ad Software Development degree course at Christelijke Hogeschool Windesheim provides students with a comprehensive foundation in software development specifically tai...

—Level
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
SeptemberIntake
Computer Science & IT
2Bachelor's Degree
SU Saxion Universities logo
Netherlands

Applied Computer Science

Saxion Universities — The Bachelor's degree in Applied Computer Science at Saxion Universities is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the r...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
SeptemberIntake
Computer Science & IT
3Master's Degree
EL European Leadership University logo
Netherlands

Master in Data Science Programme

European Leadership University — European Leadership University offers the Master in Data Science Programme in Data Science and Leadership. Students study Python language, Machine Learning introduction,...

Master's DegreeLevel
19 months online programme with 60 creditsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
4Program
SU Saxion Universities logo
Netherlands

Software Development

Saxion Universities — The Software Development degree at Saxion University equips students with the fundamental principles of software engineering and the latest development methodologies. The...

—Level
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
SeptemberIntake
Computer Science & IT
5Bachelor's Degree
TD Delft University of Technology logo
QS World #47 #1 in Netherlands Delft, South Holland, Netherlands

Bachelor of Computer Science

Delft University of Technology — Delft University of Technology’s Bachelor of Computer Science and Engineering teaches you how to develop software process data for intelligent systems. You analyse and mo...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
—Duration
Full TimeMode
SeptemberIntake
Computer Science & IT
6Master's Degree
TD Delft University of Technology logo
QS World #47 #1 in Netherlands Delft, South Holland, Netherlands

MSC Computer Science

Delft University of Technology — MSc Computer Science at Delft University of Technology equips students with deep technical knowledge, research skills, and a critical, ethical perspective. The programme...

Master's DegreeLevel
24 MonthsDuration
Full TimeMode
SeptemberIntake
Computer Science & IT
7Master's Degree
TD Delft University of Technology logo
QS World #47 #1 in Netherlands Delft, South Holland, Netherlands

MSC Data Science

Delft University of Technology — The MSc Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Technology at Delft University of Technology focuses on data science and AI technology, including data management. The pr...

Master's DegreeLevel
24 MonthsDuration
Full TimeMode
SeptemberIntake
Computer Science & IT
8Bachelor's Degree
TU Eindhoven University of Technology logo
QS World #140 #7 in Netherlands Eindhoven, North Brabant, Netherlands

Bachelor Data Science

Eindhoven University of Technology — Bachelor Data Science at Eindhoven University of Technology is a joint bachelor program. Students learn to analyze large amounts of data used by society, spot trends for...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
Three yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
—Intake
Computer Science & IT
12Master's Degree
HU Hogeschool Utrecht logo
#16 in Netherlands Netherlands

AI in Health & Life Sciences

Hogeschool Utrecht — The Master's degree in AI in Health & Life Sciences at Hogeschool Utrecht is designed to equip students with the interdisciplinary skills required to harness the power of...

Master's DegreeLevel
1 yearDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
13Program
HU Hogeschool Utrecht logo
#16 in Netherlands Netherlands

Cybersecurity

Hogeschool Utrecht — The Cybersecurity degree program at Hogeschool Utrecht is designed to equip students with the critical skills and knowledge necessary to protect information and infrastru...

—Level
2 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
14Bachelor's Degree
HU Hogeschool Utrecht logo
#16 in Netherlands Netherlands

ICT

Hogeschool Utrecht — The Bachelor's degree in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) at Hogeschool Utrecht provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the digital world. T...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
15Bachelor's Degree
OU Open University of the Netherlands logo
#18 in Netherlands Netherlands

Bachelor Informatica (BSc)

Open University of the Netherlands — The Bachelor in Informatica (BSc) at the Open University of the Netherlands provides a comprehensive foundation in computer science, emphasizing both theoretical knowledg...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
2025-2026Intake
Computer Science & IT
16Bachelor's Degree
OU Open University of the Netherlands logo
#18 in Netherlands Netherlands

Bachelor Informatiekunde (BSc)

Open University of the Netherlands — The Bachelor in Informatiekunde (BSc) at the Open University of the Netherlands delves into the core principles of information science, focusing on how to manage, analyze...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
2025-2026Intake
Computer Science & IT
17Bachelor's Degree
HL Hogeschool Leiden logo
#19 in Netherlands Netherlands

Bio-informatica

Hogeschool Leiden — The Bachelor's Degree in Bioinformatics at Hogeschool Leiden provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the intersection between biology and computer science...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
sept 2027Intake
Computer Science & IT
18Diploma
FU Fontys University of Applied Sciences logo
#20 in Netherlands Netherlands

Associate degree ICT

Fontys University of Applied Sciences — Course OverviewThe Associate Degree in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) at Fontys University of Applied Sciences provides students with a comprehensive foun...

DiplomaLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
19Bachelor's Degree
HU Hanze University Groningen logo
#22 in Netherlands Netherlands

Applied Computer Science

Hanze University Groningen — The Bachelor's degree in Applied Computer Science at Hanze University Groningen offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to equip students with both theoretical knowled...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
21Bachelor's Degree
DH De Haagse Hogeschool logo
#24 in Netherlands Netherlands

Applied Computer Science

De Haagse Hogeschool — The Bachelor's degree in Applied Computer Science at De Haagse Hogeschool equips students with essential skills to navigate the complex field of technology. Throughout th...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
3 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
22Bachelor's Degree
DH De Haagse Hogeschool logo
#24 in Netherlands Netherlands

Applied Data Science & Artificial Intelligence

De Haagse Hogeschool — The Bachelor's Degree in Applied Data Science & Artificial Intelligence at De Haagse Hogeschool prepares students for a thriving career in the ever-evolving field of data...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT
24Bachelor's Degree
DH De Haagse Hogeschool logo
#24 in Netherlands Netherlands

HBO-ICT

De Haagse Hogeschool — Overview of HBO-ICTThe HBO-ICT program at De Haagse Hogeschool (The Hague University of Applied Sciences) is a comprehensive Bachelor's degree tailored for aspiring profe...

Bachelor's DegreeLevel
4 yearsDuration
Full TimeMode
Fall, SpringIntake
Computer Science & IT

How these courses are ranked

2 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #47 (Delft University of Technology) to #140 (Eindhoven University of Technology); they are listed first, in that order. Below them, universities follow their research output: Delft University of Technology is cited most (11,198,719 citations). 3 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Levels, lengths and start dates

By level: 14 bachelor's, 5 master's, 2 foundation and 1 diploma. The usual length is 4 years and 2 years. 100% are full-time. Start dates lean to Fall (91% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (57% of courses with a stated intake). De Haagse Hogeschool offers the widest choice, with 4 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

Which is the best university in the Netherlands for Computer Science & IT?

Delft University of Technology (QS World #47), Eindhoven University of Technology (QS World #140) and Hogeschool van Amsterdam (#15 in Netherlands) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Computer Science & IT in the Netherlands?

Of those with published fees, Eindhoven University of Technology is the least expensive at about USD 20,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Computer Science & IT course take in the Netherlands?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 2 years the next most common.

When do Computer Science & IT courses start in the Netherlands?

Fall is the main intake — 91% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Which university has the most Computer Science & IT courses in the Netherlands?

De Haagse Hogeschool, with 4, ahead of Hogeschool van Amsterdam (3).

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